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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent changes in distance learning technology have made it possible for students in every nation on earth to take courses online. These online MOOCs are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning technology organizations have to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can stakeholders guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like FutureLearn to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and lots of other stakeholders want to better perceive the outcomes of these promising new open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this crescive demand for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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